Celebrate an unforgettable 14th July, where sport and music come together!
LA GARDEN PARTY
CYGAMES GRAND PRIX DE PARIS
Celebrate an unforgettable 14th July, where sport and music come together!
The only Garden Party where horse racing and DJ sets keep the party going all day long!
To celebrate Bastille Day on 14th July, France Galop opens the doors of the ParisLongchamp racecourse for the 2026 renewal of the Cygames Grand Prix de Paris and its iconic Garden Party, the grande finale of the « JeuXdi by ParisLongchamp » afterwork season.
This 14th of July, enjoy top-class Flat racing, including the prestigious Cygames Grand Prix de Paris, followed by DJ sets for a unique open-air Garden Party that will go on late into the night. This year’s headliner: DJ Bakermat.
The event brings together an unexpected blend of French elegance and Japanese influences from its partner, the Japanese company Cygames, well known among the many fans of video games.
The atmosphere is set, with fun and friendly entertainment for all, as well as a wide range of food and drink options in a large Food Garden.
MUSIC – DJ Bakermat behind the decks at the Garden Party
After the last race, open-air celebrations continue with the DJ sets.
For the 2026 renewal of the Garden Party, DJ Bakermat takes over the decks to get the ParisLongchamp racecourse crowd dancing.
Dutch DJ and producer Bakermat first broke through with his track « Vandaag » and quickly made a name for himself on the electronic scene with his distinctive style of blending house, jazz and soul.
His music, both melodic and warm, stands out for its use of instruments such as the saxophone. It appeals to a wide audience, both in clubs and at festivals.
SPORT – On the racing side, the highly anticipated Cygames Grand Prix de Paris
In the late afternoon, from 16:40, horses and jockeys will come onto the track for the first of the 9 Flat races, including the highly anticipated Cygames Grand Prix de Paris, where the top middle-distance three-year-olds compete over 2 400 metres.
This Group 1 race, the highest level of competition, is always a highlight for racing enthusiasts, as it is a stepping stone towards the international challenge of the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, the world’s greatest horse race, which will take place on Sunday, 4 October 2026 at the ParisLongchamp racecourse.
SPONSORING – Japanese company Cygames is the Title Partner of this event
Already a partner of the 2025 edition, the Japanese company Cygames returns for a second time as Title Partner of the Cygames Grand Prix de Paris, as well as the Official Partner of the Garden Party.
Cygames will also sponsor three other races on the card of this sporting event: the Cygames Grand Prix de Paris, Cygames Prix Malleret and Cygames Handicap de la Fête Nationale.
Cygames specialises in video game creation and publishing. It is known for developing and managing gaming franchises such as Granblue Fantasy, Shadowverse and Umamusume: Pretty Derby (an epic saga inspired by real horse racing). As a result of Umamusume's worldwide popularity after its release, the world of horse racing has also been introduced to a younger, curious, and connected audience. Cygames will add its own touch to this day of celebrations with an exhibition of Umamusume: Pretty Derby statues around the ParisLongchamp racecourse.
The continuation of this partnership between France Galop and Cygames underlines the importance of the Grand Prix de Paris, one of the highlights of the summer season at the ParisLongchamp racecourse. Against this backdrop, France Galop continues its mission to modernise and diversify its audience. Meanwhile, Cygames seeks to celebrate the prestige of this iconic race alongside both its own fans and horse racing enthusiasts.
TICKETING : book your ticket from 15€ on the France Galop website : CLICK HERE
Crédits photos : Scoop Dyga, Share & Dare, Agence Bakermat